Milton Hershey enjoyed growing up in the country and spent his time fishing, picking watercress, and gathering chestnuts and acorns. His close relationship with nature was something he hoped the...
Originally from Middletown, Pennsylvania, Jose remembers feeling a startling lack of hope before enrolling at Milton Hershey School. “Before I came to MHS, some things happened that changed my mindset....
From a young age, children learn about leadership by watching the people around them. By observing how others respond to criticism, confront failure, and communicate to large groups, children begin...
From a young age, children learn about leadership by watching the people around them. By observing how others respond to criticism, confront failure, and communicate to large groups, children begin...
By Sabrina, a senior at MHS Being a senior means moving without stopping. We have so much on our schedule that most days and weeks tend to blur together. All...
By Sarah Donaher, an MHS houseparent We have seven boys in our student home right now, and we have a wide range of personalities. We have kids who are loud...
From farmhome baseball to high school, college, and professional competition The phrase “play ball!” rings out around the country every spring, and Milton Hershey School is no exception. From the...
Milton Hershey School, a home and school for over 2,000 students, has experienced many changes over the years. In 1924, Mr. Hershey told the Literary Digest that, “Other rich men...
By Pete Gurt and John Gomperts Every day, we meet young people facing challenging circumstances who require additional support to graduate high school and enter the workforce. Milton Hershey School...
By Clare Ogle, an MHS houseparent I used to be a teacher, and I loved snow days. I somehow felt like I had been given the gift of time when...